Lake Harriet Band Shelter

Description:

Fine art illustration of the Lake Harriet Band Shelter in Minneapolis,
Minnesota. The print is hand-signed by the artist and is guaranteed to arrive
in perfect condition. The brilliant reproduction of this original pen and
ink drawing is done on high quality acid-free archival paper. Call 1 800-913-7906
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Price: $14.95

Lake Harriet Band Shelter Art Print

Signed & numbered limited edition

Printed on acid-free archival paper

Available in 8"x10" or 11"x14"

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Affordable quality wildlife artwork

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Artist's notes:

The drawing of the Lake Harriet Band Shelter was completed in 1994.
When you choose to draw such a building, you must know that given the
history of the site (the building has burned to the ground and had to
be rebuilt) your illustration will become more of a historical image
rather than a contemporary one. After I completed this drawing, the
building was painted, so nearly immediately it lost its worth as a currently
depiction of the site. But it remains as I see it a fairly accurate
and eye pleasing rendering of a lovely building in a remarkable setting.

Information about the Lake Harriet Band Shelter:

The current incarnation of the Lake Harriet Bandshell was constucted
in 1986. It stands on the site of previous buildings, some of which
burned down or destroyed by fire. The building was designed by the local
architectural firm of Bentz Thompson Rietow. The architect was Milo
Thompson. The building itself has a 30 foot by 25 foot glass in the
back of the building that faces out towards the lake, so as you look
into from the front, you can see the lake and any activity on it. The
bandshell has a seating capacity of about 900. The bandshell underwent
a major refurbishing in 2004. The Park Board itself did not have the
funds available, so local businessman Mark McGowan organized groups
of volunteers, funded by private donations, to repaint the Bandshell,
refectory and sailing pavilion. Working in tandem with the Minneapolis
Park and Recreation Board, the exterior of the building was painted
light brown (it had been blue) and some upgrades to the sound system
were done, along with the large glass plate being replaced with a thicker,
stronger glass. During the summer months concerts are held in the building
with a wide variety of music being represented. The building is now
also available to rent to hold wedding ceremonies.